Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship

Who is the AAT Level 2 programme for?

The Accounts Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship is for employees who want to be formally trained and qualified, so they can competently work within a finance department or accountancy practice. The programme is available for new and existing employees.

In the last academic year 87% of our learners achieved Distinction grades in The Accounts Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship

Learners aged 16-24 benefit from 100% government funding.

Typical job roles for an Accounts/Finance Assistant Level 2 Apprentice

Typical job roles for this accounting course include: Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Administrator, Business Accounts Administrator, Finance Assistant Junior, Cost Accountant, Assistant Bookkeeper, Junior Cashier, Junior Credit Control Clerk, Data Input Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Cash Poster, Finance Administrator.

Programme Duration

8-10 months

Overview of AAT Level 2 Modules

As part of the programme learners will cover the following modules:

• Introduction to Bookkeeping
• Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
• Principles of Costing
• The Business Environment (Synoptic Assessment)

AAT Qualifications included

AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting

Why choose The Apprentice Academy

• Multi Award Winning Training Provider
• National Delivery & Ofsted ‘Good’ Rating
• Highest Apprenticeship Success Rates in UK - See Here
• All Trainers Recruited from Industry
• Regular Open Cohorts So Courses Are Easy to Join with Minimal Waiting Times
• 4.9/5 Google Review Ratings from 600+ Learners – See Here
• Our Impact Results Deliver High Levels of ROI For Learners & Employers

Progression to level 3

Following completion learners can progress to the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship which incorporates the Level 3 AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting.

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Learner Testimonials & Reviews

“I can’t recommend The Apprentice Academy enough. The workload is manageable, informative and plenty of guidance throughout. The support i received from my tutor was incredible, when i thought i couldn't do it. Giving consistent feedback, nothing felt too much. The interactive live lessons with the tutor were great, being online has made this course much more accessible to me. I feel i have thrived in the learning environment and the tasks given. THANK YOU!” - Heather Ditchfield - Rock Chemicals Ltd

“My whole experience with The Apprentice Academy has been nothing but amazing. With each passing week I was able to show everyone around me just how much they helped me develop myself professionally and personally, which has benefitted my confidence as an individual tremendously. A large reason for this is because of my amazing coach who I cannot thank enough, always filling our meetings with happiness and offering me all the support she could possibly give. I would massively recommend them to everyone with full confidence and would tell them to pray they got the same coach as I did.” - Louis Ellis - AG Smith & Co

“I am just coming to the end of my AAT course and the help and support I have received from TAA has been fantastic! As an older learner I was wary of going back to study after so many years, but my coach has supported and encouraged me along the way and teaching style of my teacher is very calming and has really helped me progress and feel at ease. I would recommend TAA to anyone looking to further their education through apprenticeships and I will be continuing my study with you.” - Daniel Desborough, Channel Health Alliance

“I joined The Apprentice Academy to study my level 2 in accounts. The support is unrivalled, my coach was always there to answer any questions I may have. I would not have had such a good time and change in confidence if it wasn't for her. My teacher was amazing, great content in all the online sessions and very attentive always answering questions from everyone. Always a good mood to the lessons and I can't say better things about it. 100% would recommend to anyone looking to do this course.”- Iwan Gilman - CreativeRace Limited

“Following a poor experience with another accountancy college; I recently completed an accountancy apprenticeship with The Apprentice Academy. Throughout the whole process the academy has been outstanding. I couldn't have asked for any more support throughout the process. The Classroom Trainer and Coach helped me to gain some fantastic results and all the support staff kept exam bookings running smoothly. I could not recommend The Apprentice Academy any more strongly!” - Jack Allan - Clayton CCA

Costs and funding

Employers paying the apprenticeship levy can use their funds to pay for this programme.

Smaller organisations with an annual payroll bill of less than £3 million per year will need to contribute 5% towards the cost of the apprenticeship for employees aged 22 +. The government will cover 100% of the cost for employees aged 16-21. From 1^st Aug 2026 the government will fund 100% of the cost for employees aged 16-24.

Eligibility criteria for employees to do an Apprenticeship:

• The employee must be aged 16 or above (there is no upper age limit)
• The employee can work full or part time hours
• The employee works for a company in England
• The employee spends > 50% of their time working in England (remote and hybrid workers included)
• The employee has some gaps in their knowledge and skill that relates to their occupational role
• The employee has the right to work in England
• The employee has spent the last 3 years living in England

Next Steps

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